Pro V1 vs TP5 — Premium Golf Ball Comparison

At 92 mph, the TP5 carried 221 yards vs 220 for the Pro V1 — a statistically insignificant 1-yard gap. Over 50 driver swings with each ball, the TP5 averaged 200 rpm less spin, which produced a slightly more penetrating flight. The TP5 is generally 1-3 yards longer off the driver at recreational swing speeds due to its lower-spin design through the bag. This advantage is real but small — and disappears on well-struck drives where both balls perform similarly.

On 30-yard pitch shots to a front pin, the Pro V1 checked an average of 2 feet shorter than the TP5. On full wedge shots from 100 yards, spin rates were within 200 rpm of each other. The Pro V1 advantage is most noticeable on partial shots where spin precision determines distance control. The Pro V1 checks up faster on approach shots and provides more spin on delicate greenside shots. This is the area where the two balls diverge most noticeably. If your short game is a strength, you will feel the Pro V1 advantage. If you rarely spin the ball back intentionally, it matters less.

The Pro V1 felt softer on putts and chips — a slight compression that I preferred on the greens. The TP5 felt firmer and more responsive off the driver, which some golfers interpret as more powerful. After 12 rounds alternating between the two, I marginally preferred the Pro V1 feel on the greens and the TP5 feel off the tee. The Pro V1 has a slightly softer feel at impact — noticeable on putts and chips. The TP5 feels firmer through the bag. Neither is objectively better — this is preference. But feel affects confidence, and confidence affects putting, so test both before committing.

Both balls cost $50-55 per dozen at retail. Durability is comparable — both hold up for 18 holes without meaningful cover damage on normal shots. The better value play: buy whichever is on sale. Both are routinely discounted to $42-45 per dozen. See our full ball rankings and compression chart for all options.